86701 Hiv-1antibody
Also known as: HIV-1 antibody, human immunodeficiency virus test
Human immunodeficiency virus type 1 antibody detection indicating immune response to human immunodeficiency virus type 1.
In Plain Language
AIDS test; HIV blood test
Clinical Context
Detects human immunodeficiency virus type 1 antibodies indicating infection. Standard screening test for human immunodeficiency virus with rapid turnaround versions available.
RVU Information
CPT 86701 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
Lab and pathology codes require an order from the treating provider with clinical indication. For molecular pathology and genetic testing, document the specific analytes tested and clinical rationale.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Pathology & Lab category, 94% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 86701?
CPT 86701 (Hiv-1antibody) is a Pathology & Lab code. Human immunodeficiency virus type 1 antibody detection indicating immune response to human immunodeficiency virus type 1.
Who uses CPT code 86701?
CPT 86701 is used by Infectious Disease, Immunology, Pathology. Detects human immunodeficiency virus type 1 antibodies indicating infection. Standard screening test for human immunodeficiency virus with rapid turnaround versions available.
When is CPT 86701 used?
Detects human immunodeficiency virus type 1 antibodies indicating infection. Standard screening test for human immunodeficiency virus with rapid turnaround versions available.
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